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Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology (OUAT) has announced the Farm Manager, Programme Assistant, and Stenographer Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 6092/UAT. A total of 25 vacancies are available at Krishi Vigyan Kendras across Odisha. Eligible candidates can apply through offline mode by sending their applications via Speed Post or Registered Post. Selected candidates will receive a salary ranging from Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 1,12,400 as per the 7th Pay Commission, depending on the post. Candidates are advised to check the official notification and application details on the OUAT website, ouat.ac.in.

OUAT Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary

• Who is recruiting?: Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology (OUAT)
• Which posts?: Farm Manager, Programme Assistant, and Stenographer
• How many vacancies?: 25 vacancies
• Who can apply?: Eligible candidates fulfilling post-wise educational and language qualifications
• Application start date: 09 October 2026
• Last date: 12 November 2026 (5:00 PM)
• Application mode: Offline (Speed Post / Registered Post)
• Job location: Odisha

OUAT Recruitment 2026 Overview

OUAT Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

OUAT Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details (Post-wise & Category-wise)

There are a total of 25 vacancies available under this recruitment notification.

OUAT Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Candidates must be Indian nationals. Candidates must have passed Odia as one of the subjects up to 7th standard.

OUAT Qualification

OUAT Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

The maximum age limit is 30 years for Farm Manager and Programme Assistant, and 27 years for Stenographer as on the last date of application. Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.

Age Relaxation

OUAT Salary

OUAT Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

The application fees shall be deposited directly through Green Channel Counter (GCC) / Internet Banking / Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) in the Account No. of the Comptroller, OUAT (A/C No. 10173711536 of State Bank of India, OUAT Campus Branch, Bhubaneswar, Branch Code 03341, IFSC Code SBIN 0003341). The application fee is non-refundable.

OUAT Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection is based purely on the marks secured in the written test for Farm Manager and Programme Assistant. For the post of Stenographer, the mark secured in the skill test will be added to the score obtained in the written test to prepare the final merit list.

Written Test Pattern

Qualifying marks in written test: Un-reserved (UR) – 50%, SEBC – 45%, ST/SC/PWD – 40%.

Skill Test

For Stenographer, candidates shall be called for the Skill Test at 1:4 ratio from the merit list prepared considering the written test.

How to Apply for OUAT Recruitment 2026

1. Download the prescribed application form and information sheet from the official website ouat.ac.in.
2. Deposit the required application fee through Internet Banking, RTGS, or Green Channel Counter (GCC) to the specified Bank Account of the Comptroller, OUAT.
3. Fill in all entries in the application form clearly in block letters.
4. Affix a recent color passport size photograph in the designated space on the application form.
5. Attach self-attested copies of all certificates, mark sheets of all examinations passed, and the original counterfoil of the fee deposit receipt.
6. Super scribe the envelope containing the application as “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF …………………………………….. along with advertisement No. and date.”
7. Send the complete application form through Speed Post / Registered post so as to reach the Registrar, OUAT, Bhubaneswar-751 003 on or before 12 November 2026 (5:00 PM).

Documents Required

• Original counterfoil of fee deposit receipt
• Self-attested copies of H.S.C. and all other educational certificates and mark sheets
• Caste certificate from competent authority (if applicable)
• Non-creamy layer certificate for SEBC candidates
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer (for in-service candidates)

OUAT Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions

• Employees are Contractual Project Staff till 100% funding of ICAR continues.
• Employees are not entitled to terminal benefits and their service is coterminous with the Central project.
• The candidate must have passed Odia as one of the subjects up to 7th standard.
• In-service candidates must apply through proper channel with an advance copy and NOC.
• Applications received after the due date and time will not be entertained.
• Furnishing of false information will lead to disqualification or termination of service.
• Transfer of KVK employees will be within the KVKs of OUAT only.
• On appointment, the candidate shall serve in the KVKs for a minimum period of 01 (one) year and furnish an undertaking.

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